Top Santorini Dining Experiences

Santorini stuns at any angle, but its most magical destinations are often only reachable by water. Experience its rugged coastline and volcanic islands by boat on this catamaran cruise. Choose between daytime and sunset bookings; snorkel equipment is available for swim stops, and you'll enjoy a BBQ buffet lunch or dinner washed down with local white wine and soft drinks—as well as swimming to the Santorini Hot Springs.

Santorini’s most striking beaches and volcanic sites are best reached by boat—but planning separate trips to each spot can be time-consuming. This sailing cruise connects the island’s highlights in one relaxed day on the water. Visit dramatic shores such as Red Beach and White Beach, swim near the volcanic hot springs around Nea Kameni, and stop by Thirassia. Between swims, enjoy a traditional Greek meal served onboard as you cruise the Aegean.

Cruise around Santorini on this half-day catamaran tour departing from Vlihada Marina. Observe famed sights such as the Venetian Lighthouse, the Indian Rocks, the Red Beach, and the White Beach as you glide atop clear blue water. Enjoy a swimming and snorkeling excursion, then take in panoramic views of Thirasia Island and, if you've chosen an evening tour, sail past Oia during sunset—a must-do for any Santorini trip.

Explore the hidden gems of Santorini and cruise through the caldera, a must-do for any visit to the island. This morning or sunset cruise is operated by catamaran, offering a faster and more stable ride. Spend your time sipping on local wines and beer, indulge in a seafood and barbecue dinner, swim and snorkel in crystal-clear waters, and take a dip in the hot springs. The afternoon cruise ends with a famous Santorini sunset.

A picnic in a beautiful location is a magical experience, but arranging all the details—from blankets and transport to plates and glasses—can be a real hassle on vacation. Skip the stress and enjoy the photo opps on this private sunset picnic in a beautiful caldera-side location. Your chauffeur will collect you direct from your hotel, prepare a spread of Greek delicacies and drinks, and bring you back once you're done.

Get ready for an incredible Santorini Sunset Catamaran Cruise! Our adventure kicks off from the charming port of Vlychada , where we'll sail through the Aegean Sea. Along the way, we'll feast our eyes on famous spots like the Red Beach, White Beach, Indian Rocks, and the historic Venetian Akrotiri Lighthouse. Mesa Pigadia Beach is our first stop, where you can dive into the crystal-clear waters for a swim and some snorkelling fun. Then, get ready for the highlight of the trip as we enter the breath-taking Caldera. We'll pause at the famous Hot Springs for a rejuvenating sulfur-rich water swim, followed by a visit to the nearby island of Theresia for more exploration and relaxation. Here you will treat your taste buds to a delicious Greek meal & Drinks while soaking up the panoramic views. As we sail back to Vlychada, unwind and soak in the splendor of the most beautiful sunset, completing your Sunset Cruise with a serene and unforgettable experience in the Aegean sea.

Experience Santorini’s distinctive wines on this guided excursion that includes around eight samples. After a convenient hotel pickup, enjoy activities like learning about the island’s unique climate and volcanic soil, marveling at amazing views and delicious samples at Venetsanos Winery, exploring the beverage’s local history at Wine Museum Koutsogiannopoulos, and admiring a sunset at Sun Spirit Cocktail Bar. Upgrade to enjoy a private journey.

Sip on Santorini wine and nibble on local bites during this small-group, half-day tour of the island and three of its wine estates. As you explore, learn about Santorini’s unique vine management techniques, discover local varieties such as assyrtiko, and taste at least 12 wines. Your tour includes a stop at a cliff-top winery, which offers spectacular views of the Aegean by day—and sunset if you’ve booked the sunset option.

Discover the Santorini that locals know on a food and wine tour that gives you a taste of the island’s ancient agricultural riches. Get out of the tourist spots and into the fertile interior, where traditional villages, wineries, and heritage farms await. Sample Santorini crops prepared in authentic recipes, and taste volcanic wines served up with spectacular caldera views.

Learn how to prepare traditional Greek dishes, and enjoy a convivial, homey setting in a traditional cave house—this unique Santorini cooking class offers a delicious immersion into local culinary traditions. Make your own way to the facilities, and enjoy appetizers and wine upon arrival. With your guide’s hands-on instructions, learn how to prepare several Greek dishes. At the end of class, enjoy your meal on the lovely terrace, with wine, desserts, and Greek coffee to go with.

See Santorini from a catamaran on a private cruise with hotel transfers and onboard Wi-Fi. Your crew will be happy to personalize the route to suit your interests, whether that’s snorkeling off colored beaches, swimming in undersea hot springs, or soaking up Santorini views. Savor a barbecue feast plus snacks, a welcome drink, and free-flow Ouzo, local wine, beer, and soft drinks. Choose between sunshine and sunset experiences.

Immerse yourself in Santorini's culinary heritage with our Cooking Class! Learn from local chefs, use fresh ingredients, and savor the flavors of authentic Greek cuisine. Gain hands-on experience and create lasting memories as you master traditional recipes against the backdrop of Santorini's stunning landscape. Join us for a truly unique and immersive culinary adventure!

Discover a new side of Santorini—and follow your guide off the tourist trail and straight to the culinary highlights—on this small-group, half-day food tour. Don't worry about trying to discover the best food destinations on the island on your own: With your guide's expertise, you'll get to know the spots that locals love, all while marveling at panoramic views and enjoying treats like Greek coffee, delicious pie, olive oil, souvlaki, loukoumades, and more.

The Day and Sunset Private Sailing Yacht Cruise by Renieris Santorini Sailing Center departing from Vlychada marina is a great opportunity to enjoy a sailing cruise at the most unique and magnificent spots of Santorini, some of them accessible only by boats. Furthemore, you will have the chance to enjoy a proper Greek meal at our private traditional tavern at Thirassia Island on the day cruise or enjoy snacks and fruit salads onboard on the sunset cruise! Unlimited dry white wine from a local winery and other refreshments are also available onboard. Last but not least, what makes the Private Sailing Yacht Cruise unique is that it is flexible and tailor-made on your personal preference, affected and limited only by wind conditions and duration.

Take a private catamaran from Ammoudi Bay to Santorini's hot spots. This flexible tour sails across the caldera with dazzling views of cliffs and beaches. The shortest cruise includes appetizers, a welcome drink, and an open bar featuring Santorini wine, Greek beer, Ouzo, and soft drinks: longer cruises add a barbecue main course. Choose the duration that works for your group—and pick between sunshine and sunset options.

Our Santorini day cruise starts from the picturesque port of Vlychada, sailing onwards to explore the beauty of the Red Beach, White Beach, Indian Rocks, and the historic Venetian Akrotiri Lighthouse. Our first stop is at Mesa Pigadia Beach, nestled the island's southern reaches. Here, you can dive into the crystal-clear waters for a refreshing swim and some snorkelling fun. The real highlight of our journey lies ahead as we venture into the awe-inspiring Caldera. Our next stop? The renowned Hot Springs of the volcano, where you can enjoy a rejuvenating swim in the therapeutic waters. For our third stop, we offer you the chance to visit and swim in Thirasia, the island adjacent to Santorini. After your swim , indulge in our elaborate lunch with stunning views of the surrounding seascape. As we sail back to Vlychada, don't miss the perfect opportunity to capture the breath-taking beauty of the Caldera. The ideal conclusion to your cruise, offering you the best views of Santorini.

Combine sailing, swimming, snorkeling, soaking, and sunsets with this yacht cruise. You’ll visit the Santorini caldera, where you’ll have time to explore the lava island and soak in the natural hot spring. You’ll also visit Red Beach, ideal for swimming, snorkeling, and taking in the views. Dinner with dessert and wine is included.

Revel in Santorini’s beauty aboard a traditional 'caique' sailboat on this relaxing 5-hour cruise. Relax on the pretty wooden boat and admire the wonderful scenery as you sail around the caldera past sheer cliffs, islands and beaches. Stop to bathe in hot springs, swim and snorkel at Red Beach, and marvel at the views of shimmering white Fira, Imerovigli and the southern lighthouse, perched high on the clifftops. Enjoy unlimited drinks and a tasty lunch on board, and afterward, choose to visit Oia to experience its famously beautiful sunset views.

Connoisseurs believe Santorini’s old port, Amoudi Bay, nestled below the cliffs of Oia, boasts the island’s finest sunsets. This cruise, with a generous sit-down Greek dinner plus white wine or beer, is limited to just 20 guests, ensuring you enjoy it in style. After stops for swimming and snorkeling at Red Beach, Palea Kameni island, and either White Beach or Mesa Pigadia Beach, soak up the sunset before transferring home.

Sail through the caldera coastline, Black Mountain Beach, and White and Red Beaches on this small group cruise. You’ll be keeping costs down by booking this group tour, but you’ll still have plenty of time to enjoy the cruise as you like. Have some drinks, enjoy lunch, do some snorkeling, or just relax along the beautiful coastline.

Sail to the Santorini Caldera and Red Beach with this yacht tour. You’ll have time to swim and snorkel at Red Beach before hopping back on your yacht and continuing to the Caldera, passing by White Beach, the Black Mountain, and the Lighthouse along the way. You'll then have more time to spend exploring the caldera island and its hot springs. Lunch with wine and dessert will also be served.

Experience the Aegean in style on this sailing trip from Santorini aboard a luxury catamaran. Start by heading out to the volcanic area just off of Oia, with plenty of time to soak in the hot springs before moving on past the Venetian Lighthouse. Then stop at the White Beach to swim while the crew prepares a sumptuous barbecue of meats, seafood, salads, and local white wine. Set sail for Red Beach, where wrap up your experience with more swimming and cocktails.  The sunset sail follows the same itinerary in reverse.

Sail into the sunset with this luxury cruise from Santorini. You'll stop for swimming and snorkeling at Red Beach and make a second stop at the caldera to explore the volcanic island and take a dip in the natural hot spring. Dinner with wine or soft drinks is also included.